The normal rate and depth of breathing is established by all of the following except the ________ center. A)ventral respiratory group (VRG) B)pneumotaxic center in the pons C)apneustic center in the pons D)dorsal respiratory group (DRG) E)breathing cortex of the cerebrum

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The breathing cortex of the cerebrum is not responsible for establishing the normal rate and depth of breathing. It can modify breathing voluntarily but does not control automatic breathing. The other four components listed are involved in regulating automatic breathing.

The Normal Rate and Depth of Breathing Is Established by All